Docent Guided Walks
2026/27 Winter & Spring Docent Guided Walks
Date/Time:
- November 21, 2026: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- December 19, 2026: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- January 23, 2027: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- February 20, 2027: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- March 20, 2027: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- April 17, 2027: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:
Meet the docent in the Blue Heron Trails parking lot
Cost:
Free! No reservation needed
What to Bring:
To enhance your visit, we recommend: water, sunscreen, hat, snacks, insect repellent, camera, field guides, binoculars, sturdy walking shoes, wear layers, and any other personal comfort items you may need. This walk is on a gravel and dirt road, so strollers are not advised. Wheelchairs equipped with off-road tires should work well.
What NOT to Bring:
Sorry, but dogs/pets must stay at home. Remember, this is a relaxed walk to learn about the refuge, and we want to minimize disturbance to wildlife.
About the Walk:
This is a slower paced, relaxed walk learning about the refuge and viewing wildlife from a distance, so please intend to stay with the guide. Trail consists of a 2 mile (roundtrip) flat gravel and dirt road in a normally restricted area. The walk goes near managed wetlands hosting various winter migrants such as hawks, shorebirds, Sandhill cranes, and waterfowl. The path may be muddy if it's been raining or foggy. There will be little shade as you walk, so please be prepared for being exposed to the sun. A non-flush restroom is available in the parking lot before your walk; there is NO restroom available during the walk. Children welcome, but dogs/pets must stay at home. This is a great opportunity for viewing wildlife from a distance; you are welcome to bring binoculars and a camera. Remember, the wildlife is sharing the refuge with us, so please respect their home and minimize disturbance. Please visit the Blue Heron Trails page for more information about the trails.
